The Senior Network Architect Manager will lead the architecture, engineering, and operational support of the organization’s global network infrastructure, ensuring stability, performance, and scalability. This role combines advanced design, planning, implementation, and troubleshooting of network systems with leadership responsibilities. The role aligns technical capabilities with business goals, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and ensuring compliance with security and performance standards.
Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management:
Direct and manage the daily activities of the Network Architecture and Operations Teams
Supervise and mentor network engineers and operations associates, assigning duties, preparing performance reviews, and fostering professional development
Act as a primary escalation point for technical and operational issues
Network Design & Engineering:
Design, plan, and implement network installation projects, ensuring adherence to technical and operational requirements
Develop and enforce network architecture, standards, and policies for LAN, WAN, and telecommunications technologies
Conduct capacity planning and network analysis to ensure the scalability and reliability of infrastructure
Provide advanced network simulation and analysis in support of application and business requirements
Design, implement, and maintain cloud networking technologies, including virtual machines, containers, storage, networking, and databases
Utilize infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform for provisioning and managing cloud resources
Operations & Compliance:
Oversee day-to-day operation and maintenance of the organization’s WAN and LAN infrastructure, ensuring compliance with service-level agreements (SLAs)
Monitor network performance, perform periodic assessments, and implement enhancements to meet or exceed operational targets
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enforce information security policies and remediate non-compliance
Define and participate in disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BCP) practices
Monitor internal and external compliance with the Firm’s information security policies and procedures. Identify non-compliant practices and assist with remediation
Vendor & Project Management:
Establish and maintain relationships with network-related vendors, ensuring timely support and cost-effective solutions
Manage network-related projects, including planning, implementation, and documentation
Provide status updates and detailed reports to the IT leadership
Documentation & Training:
Maintain and enhance the Firm’s network information repositories (web, database, SharePoint)
Develop and deliver training, internal consultation, and documentation services to applicable teams
Skills and Experience:
Strong experience managing network infrastructure in a mid-to-large enterprise
Experience supervising network architecture and operations teams; Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
Strong experience with network security, including experience with security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST)
Certifications:
Cisco CCNP/CCIE and/or Cisco CCDP preferred; Equivalent experience considered
Technical Skills:
Expertise in WAN/LAN technologies, Voice Over IP (VoIP), firewalls, and network monitoring systems
Strong understanding of network architecture concepts and operating principles
Proficient in data communications, hardware/software integration, and troubleshooting complex network issues
Familiar with industry-standard network policies and compliance requirements
Proficient in using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation for provisioning and managing network resources
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to gather and analyze information, conclude, and propose solutions
Benefits:
In addition to standard medical, dental, and vision plans, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Tuition Reimbursement: Support for your continued education and professional development
Profit Sharing: Share in the company's success with our profit-sharing program
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy a minimum of 20 days of PTO in your first year of employment
401(k) Plan: Automatic enrollment with a firm contribution rate of 5%. You are 100% vested from day one, with a 50% firm match up to 5%
Paid Monthly Parking: Up to $100 per month to cover your parking expenses
Student Loan Repayment: Assistance to help you manage and repay your student loans
Adoption Assistance Program: Financial support for employees expanding their families through adoption
Referral Bonus Program: Earn $2k bonus for referring qualified candidates to join our team
BAgile Program: Enjoy a hybrid schedule that allows you to work from home 2 days a week, in the office 2 days a week, with 1 flex day
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